Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Clutch in excellent condition. black alligator exterior
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Clutch in excellent condition. black alligator exterior
Vintage Judith Leiber Orange Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Orange Lizard Clutch in good condition. orange lizard leather trimmed with
Vintage Judith Leiber Tan Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Tan Lizard Clutch in excellent condition. Tan lizard exterior trimmed with
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Pleated Silk Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
BEAUTIFUL vintage Judith Leiber black silk clutch in excellent vintage condition. Black pleated
Vintage Judith Leiber Purple Lizard Clutch c1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Purple Lizard Clutch c1980s in very good condition. Purple lizard leather
Judith Leiber Vintage Saks Tan Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Saks Tan Lizard Clutch in very good condition. Tan pleated lizard leather
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch in very good condition. red lizard exterior trimmed with
Judith Leiber Bronze Snakeskin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Bronze Snakeskin Clutch in very good condition. Bronze pleated snakeskin
Judith Leiber Brown Alligator Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Brown Alligator Clutch in excellent condition. Brown alligator trimmed with
Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator XL Oversized Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
GORGEOUS Judith Leiber Vintage Red Alligator XL Oversized Clutch in excellent condition. Bright red
Judith Leiber Vintage Mini Green Alligator Clutch Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Mini Green Alligator Clutch Minaudiere in excellent condition. Green
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Gemstone Front Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Gemstone Front Clutch in very good condition. Beautiful cherry red
Vintage Judith Leiber Dark Pink Lizard Clutch c1980s.
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Dark Pink Lizard Clutch c1980s in good condition. Dark rose lizard exterior
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
STUNNING Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Shoulder Bag Clutch in excellent condition. Black
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Box Calf Leather Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Box Calf Leather Clutch in good condition. Smooth black box calf
Judith Leiber Crossbody Gold Tone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your accessory game with the sheer elegance of the Judith Leiber Crossbody Gold Tone Clutch
Vintage Judith Leiber Natural Tan and Brown Snakeskin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Natural Tan and Brown Snakeskin Clutch in excellent condition. Tan and brown
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Gemstone Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Gold Gemstone Top Clutch in fair condition. Black lizard leather
Vintage Judith Leiber Patchwork Quilt Cotton Swarovski Crystal Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Patchwork Quilt Cotton Swarovski Crystal Clutch in good condition. Unique
Judith Leiber 1980s Black Lizard Embossed Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite Judith Leiber 1980s Black Lizard Embossed Clutch, a luxurious and
Judith Leiber 1980s Brown Snakeskin Embossed Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite Judith Leiber 1980s Brown Snakeskin Embossed Clutch, a luxurious and
Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal Top Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Black Lizard Crystal Top Clutch in very good condition. Black lizard exterior
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Clutch with Amethyst Gemstones c1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Alligator Clutch with Amethyst Gemstones c1980s in very good condition
Judith Leiber Vintage Tan Lizard Antique Silver Deco Rhinestone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Tan Lizard Antique Silver Deco Rhinestone Clutch in good condition. Natural
Vintage Judith Leiber Red & Gold Obi Silk Convertible Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A regal creation from the legendary Judith Leiber, this vintage evening bag is crafted from
Judith Leiber Vintage Crystal Adorned Satin Clutch Bag With Gold Comb
By Judith Leiber
Located in London, GB
Judith Leiber Vintage Crystal Adorned Satin Clutch Bag With Gold Comb Black clutch bag crafted in
Vintage Judith Leiber Beige Pleated Silk Swarovski Crystal Top Clutch c1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Beige Pleated Silk Swarovski Crystal Top Clutch c1980s in good condition
Judith Leiber Ivory Snakeskin Clutch With Strap circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Judith Leiber Ivory Snakeskin Clutch with Strap from the circa 1980s is a stunning example of
Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch With Strap circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch With Strap from the 1980s exemplifies the brand’s
Judith Leiber Black Snakeskin Clutch With Strap circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Judith Leiber Black Snakeskin Clutch With Strap from the circa 1980s exemplifies timeless
Vintage Judith Leiber Python Snakeskin Nude Tan Jeweled Shoulder Bag or Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage JUDITH LEIBER nude python shoulder bag or clutch and matching tasseled comb (can
Judith Leiber Black Lizard & Gold-Tone Snap Clutch circa 1980s
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Judith Leiber Black Lizard & Gold-Tone Snap Clutch from the circa 1980s is a stunning example
Judith Leber Multicolor Swarovski Crystal Embellished Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your accessory game with the mesmerizing Judith Leiber Rainbow Swarovski Crystal Clutch
Judith Leiber Vintage Silk and Swarovski Crystal Multicolor Clutch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Judith Leiber Vintage Silk and Swarovski Crystal Multicolor Clutch in good condition. Multi color
Vintage Retro Western Beaded Paisley Motif Button-Up Long-Sleeve Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
would complement the ensemble, while accessories like a vintage beaded clutch from Judith Leiber could
Unavailable|$380
Judith Leiber Vintage Convertable Snakeskin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Henrico, VA
This Judith Leiber vintage convertible clutch is made from real blush snakeskin. Has gold dutch
Unavailable|$495
Vintage Judith Leiber Nude Snakeskin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a vintage Judith Leiber nude beige snakeskin clutch with gold hardware and cabochon flip
Unavailable|$650
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Lizard Clutch Frog Detail
By Judith Leiber
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a gorgeous Judith Leiber clutch with optional chain. The handbag is composed of a striking
Unavailable|$2,200
Vintage Judith Leiber Large Snakeskin Majenta Clutch
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a gorgeous Judith Leiber clutch with optional gold chain. The handbag is composed of a
Vintage JUDITH LEIBER Silver Rhinestones Clutch Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage JUDITH LEIBER clutch comes in a silver rhinestones, chain link strap, and a floral clasp
Red Vintage Judith Leiber Snakeskin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage red snakeskin clutch by Judith Leiber. Tuck-away chain shoulder strap
Sold|$1,100
Judith Leiber Vintage Minaudiere Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in London, GB
White and gold-tone metal oval box clutch from Judith Leiber Vintage featuring a floral design
Vintage Cream Judith Leiber Floral-Clasp Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Cream floral-clasp clutch by Judith Leiber. Flip-top closure. Lined interior
Sold|$168
Judith Beige Leiber Snakeskin Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Vintage Beige Judith Leiber Snakeskin Clutch. This clutch features a snakeskin
Vintage Judith Leiber Red Snake Skin Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Born in the tumultuous time of the World War decades, Hungarian born Judith Leiber achieved
Judith Leiber Blue Snakeskin Frame Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Vintage Blue Judith Leiber Snakeskin Frame Clutch. This clutch features a
Sold|$1,400
Judith Leiber Asian Motif Silk Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Take on the evening with this stunning Judith Leiber clutch! Circa 1970s, this clutch features a
Judith Leiber Vintage Creme Karung Clutch & Crossbody - circa 1990s
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber Vintage Creme Karung Clutch & Crossbody - circa 1990s. This bag is in excellent
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Clutch/Shoulder Bag, Circa 1970
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black leather clutch or shoulder bag by Judith Leiber, from the 1970's. It has a
Judith Leiber Vintage Silver Crystal Minaudiere Gold Evening Tassel Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Judith Leiber Evening clutch with silver crystal and three different tassels to choose from
Judith Leiber Vintage Green Lizard Clutch w/Gold Hardware, 1970
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare vintage dark green lizard clutch with gold hardware by Judith Leiber, from the 1970
Judith Leiber Vintage Black Patent Leather Clutch Handbag With Owl Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Judith Leiber black patent leather clutch handbag with gold-toned and black rhinestone owl
Judith Leiber Vintage Beige Snakeskin Clutch/Shoulder Bag
By I. Magnin, Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous vintage beige snakeskin clutch or shoulder bag by Judith Leiber, from the 1970's
90s Judith Lieber Black Silk Rhinestone Mini Bag Crossbody Clutch Mirror Comb
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s vintage JUDITH LEIBER black silk and rhinestone mini evening bag ! Silver metal
Judith Leiber Vintage Cream Leather Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Judith Leiber Vintage Cream Leather Clutch in excellent condition. Soft cream leather
Sold|$2,800
Vintage Judith Leiber Green Ostrich Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Judith Leiber Green Ostrich Clutch in excellent condition. Green ostrich leather exterior
Judith Leiber Vintage Tan Lizard Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
GORGEOUS Judith Leiber tan lizard clutch in excellent condition. Tan lizard leather exterior
When it comes to handbags, no designer can compete with Judith Leiber’s ability to create magic using opulent crystals and wildly imaginative and playful shapes. The Hungarian-born designer's lauded vintage minaudières (small, decorative handbags, often without handles or a strap) were made in the form of crystal-covered swans, cupcakes, lipstick, wads of cash, teddy bears and other delightful objects.
These dazzling objets d’art have been regularly seen in the hands of First Ladies, movie stars on the red carpet and even in the prestigious collections of institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art. And like many pathbreaking inventions in the history of design, Leiber's purses and minaudières were the result of a happy accident.
In 1967, Leiber began working on her first metal handbag. The piece in question was named the Chatelaine, and the design was a graceful drop-shaped purse in gold-tinted metal. But when the samples came in, Leiber saw that the bottom of the bag looked greenish and discolored as a result of the plating process. She had the ingenious idea of applying crystal rhinestones to the base to cover up the flaws. The fabulous bag was a huge success and would become her trademark.
Born Judith Peto in Budapest, Leiber overcame many hardships before her breakthrough. At the start of World War II, she was working at the Pessl handbag company in Budapest where she quickly climbed the ranks to become a master craftswoman. When the war escalated, she and her Jewish family were forced by the Nazis to live in a cellar of a ghetto, and several of her relatives were killed in concentration camps.
“I designed handbags in my head to get through the misery,” Leiber said.
After the liberation of Budapest, she married Gerson “Gus” Leiber, an American GI, and moved to New York. In 1948, she began working for the fashion house Nettie Rosenstein. One of Leiber's first major pieces was the handbag embroidered with glittering rhinestones and pearls carried by Mamie Eisenhower at the 1953 inaugural ball. In 1963, she finally set up her own company.
Leiber’s whimsical designs embellished with Swarovski crystals and semiprecious stones defied traditional notions of luxury handbags. She also created striking clutches and bags with leather and fine textiles from around the world. In her 65-year career, she designed over 3,500 bags, which have been worn by First Ladies including Nancy Reagan and Laura Bush, pop icons like Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez and celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner (who collects Judith Leiber bags).
In 2005, the Leiber Collection Museum opened in East Hampton, New York, as a permanent space to showcase her work. The minaudières remain coveted objects that are celebrated worldwide for their eclectic beauty and glamorous charm.
The value of a good handbag cannot be overstated — find vintage Judith Leiber shoulder bags, crossbody bags, sunglasses and other fashion accessories today on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.